Finance & Accounts Payable Specialist

 

Job Summary:

 Montgomery County ESD #6 / Porter Fire Department is seeking a Finance & Accounts Payable Specialist to support our financial and administrative operations. This position plays a key role in accounts payable processing, credit and fuel card program management, financial documentation, and deployment financial support. The ideal candidate is highly organized, accurate, and comfortable working in a mission-driven public-safety environment.

 

Job Details:

Job Title: Finance & Accounts Payable Specialist

                Position Type: Full-Time  

Work Schedule:

·         Week 1: Monday–Thursday

·         Week 2: Monday–Friday
(Alternating weekly schedule)

              Compensation: $48,000.00-$54,000.00 a year (Depending on experience)

Compensation Package:

·         457(b) Retirement Plan (Provided for employee contributions)

·         401(a) Retirement Plan (District contributes 10% of your base salary to retirement plan with no match)

·         Full Benefits Plan (Employee covered at 100%)

·         Paid Time Off

·         Observance of Montgomery County holiday schedule (13 holidays/year)

·         Professional Development Assistance

·         Annual physicals provided at no cost to the employee

 

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable & Financial Reporting:

• Code and enter invoices into QuickBooks
• Print checks, obtain signatures, match checks to documentation, and mail payments
• Perform budget coding and account allocation
• Review utility contracts to identify potential cost savings
• Run quarterly Profit & Loss reports

Credit Card Program Management:

• Issue and monitor department credit cards (pertains to multiple credit accounts)
• Update spending limits as directed
• Report lost or stolen cards and request replacements

Fleet Invoice Documentation:

• Receive invoices from Fleet for record retention
• Organize, scan, and archive documentation monthly

 

Ideal Candidate:

·         2+ years of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or administrative finance

·         Experience with QuickBooks (Desktop preferred)

·         Strong attention to detail and accuracy

·         Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial information

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

·         Strong organizational and documentation skills

·         Must be able to successfully pass a background check

·         Employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) is required

·         Uphold the department’s professional appearance and standards of excellence through consistent facility                 care and attention to detail.

·         Government, nonprofit, or public-sector finance experience

·         Experience managing card programs or reconciliations

·         Experience supporting operational or emergency services environments

         

           Minimum Qualifications:

·         High School Diploma or GED equivalent

·         Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift 20lbs or more, and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.

·         Must be available for after-hours emergencies or urgent needs as assigned.

·         Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize multiple ongoing projects.

·         Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Support Services team.

·         Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills

·         Must be able to pass drug test and background check

·         Must be able to be insured by district's auto policy

·         Must be willing to adhere to tobacco free workplace regulations

·         Must be willing to travel for department sponsored continuing education

 

 

How To Apply

All interested parties should submit the following to the address below or to Recruiting@PorterFire.com

·         Cover letter and resume’

·         Porter Fire Department’s Application (found on website)

·         Copies of applicable certifications

·         Copies of applicable diplomas

 

   Montgomery County Emergency Service District 6

                                                                                 C/O Recruiting   

                                                                                23550 Loop 494

                                                                                Porter Texas 77365

 

Application Deadline:

 Date: January 30, 2026

 Time: 3:00 PM